Germany leads the European production of sodium hydroxide in aqueous solution, holding the largest share. The year 2023 saw a decline for Germany and France, with decreases of 3.28% and 2.89% respectively. Italy and Hungary noted significant growths of 20.51% and 22.12%. Noteworthy stagnation was observed in Belgium and the Netherlands. Spain suffered a complete production halt, while Portugal experienced a substantial drop of 10.34%. Over the last five years, trends indicate varied growth with stable production levels in many countries.
Future trends to monitor include potential recovery in Spain, stability in Belgium and the Netherlands, and further growth in more recently expanding markets like Hungary and Italy. Increasing emphasis on sustainability may influence production distribution across Europe.
Top countries in Production of Sodium Hydroxide in Aqueous Solution Share by Country (Kilograms of Sodium Hydroxide)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 53.63 | 2023 | +0.071% | -3.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 18.73 | 2023 | +2.92% | -2.89% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 14.83 | 2023 | -1.3% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 8.48 | 2023 | -4.07% | +20.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 7.93 | 2023 | +3.45% | +4.21% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 7.03 | 2023 | +20.82% | +22.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 3.55 | 2023 | -0.062% | -1.71% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 1.7 | 2023 | +0.041% | -10.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 1.57 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Finland | 1.32 | 2023 | +0.027% | -4.3% | View data |
